(ALBANY, NEW YORK) - With educators seeing more disruptions and violence in their schools, the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) Union today (Tuesday, August 30th) released a new report detailing local, State and Federal policy recommendations that will help bolster school safety and help meet the unprecedented needs of students.

The Safe Schools for All report was created from the input of NYSUT Members from across New York State who met over the Summer to discuss their first-hand experiences with disruptive and violent episodes, which are becoming more commonplace.

In turn, these incidents are having an impact not only on those students who engage in such behavior, but also on those whose learning is being disrupted by it.

The Safe Schools for All Task Force’s recommendations are designed to help address the increased social-emotional needs of those students engaged in disruptive behaviors and the broader overarching safety issues having an impact on schools, including gun violence.

The idea is that school safety is a day-to-day concern that must be addressed proactively, rather than reactively.

“Whether you’re a parent or Educator, every adult expects a safe school environment in which children are free to reach their full potential,” NYSUT President Andy Pallotta said. “So when everyday disruptions and the epidemic of violence infecting our communities are increasingly coming through the schoolhouse doors, we have an obligation to do something about it.  Our Educators are taking a stand in support of safe schools for all.  Who will join them?”

To Continue Reading This Labor News Report, Go To: www.nysut.org/news/2022/august/media-release-safe-schools-for-all

And To Read The Full Report, Including All 13 Task Force Recommendations, Go To: nysut.org/safeschools.